Celtics Surpassed by This Team as Favorite for Giannis Antetokounmpo
Summary
Giannis Antetokounmpo, the star player for the Milwaukee Bucks, was heavily discussed as a possible trade before the NBA trade deadline but stayed with the Bucks. DraftKings Sportsbook now lists the Bucks as the most likely team he will play for next season, followed by the Boston Celtics and other teams.Key Facts
- Giannis Antetokounmpo was linked to several teams before the NBA trade deadline but remained with the Milwaukee Bucks.
- He played fewer than six games after the trade deadline this past season.
- The Boston Celtics showed strong interest, partly due to comments from their player Jaylen Brown.
- DraftKings Sportsbook gives the Bucks +125 odds to keep Giannis next season, making them favorites.
- The Celtics have +400 odds to acquire Giannis, while the Miami Heat and Golden State Warriors have +700 and +900 odds, respectively.
- Milwaukee hired a new coach, Taylor Jenkins, who previously led the Memphis Grizzlies to the playoffs.
- Some trade ideas involve the Celtics sending Jaylen Brown and other players to the Bucks.
- There continues to be speculation about a trade, but no deal happened before the last deadline.
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